Systems Engineer
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Job Type: Direct Placement
Company: ARC Group
Category: Administration
Job Description Apply Now
The Systems Engineer position is a dynamic opportunity for IT professionals seeking to enhance enterprise compliance programs within a leading organization. As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and maturing compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to both government and commercial regulations. This remote, contract-based role offers exposure to various compliance frameworks and the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams on key audit and security projects.
Working as a Systems Engineer allows you to contribute to the organization’s integrity by managing compliance requirements and key performance indicators. This role includes overseeing documentation, evidence collection, and audit readiness activities. As part of the Infrastructure Services team, you will play a critical role in ensuring that systems are secure, compliant, and well-documented, supporting both internal and external audit activities.
In this Systems Engineer role, you will engage with technology owners, audit staff, and security personnel to interpret and apply policies and procedures accurately. Your work will involve maintaining documentation repositories, developing and updating compliance procedures, and providing evidence to support audits. Experience with frameworks such as NIST 800-53, DISA Security requirements, CIS, HITRUST, and PCI is essential. You will also navigate tools such as Nessus, ACAS, Nexpose, and SQL databases to support compliance efforts.
The organization values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where every team member is respected and encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives. As a Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to grow your career, work with senior leadership, and participate in enterprise-wide compliance initiatives. The company’s commitment to professional development and equal opportunity ensures you can thrive and make a meaningful impact. If you are passionate about IT compliance, auditing, and security, and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply for this Systems Engineer position by clicking the job application button.
Systems Engineer - Summary- Remote contract position focused on enterprise IT compliance and audit programs.
- Integral member of the Infrastructure Services team, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.
- Opportunity to interface with audit, security, and technology stakeholders.
- Exposure to a broad range of compliance frameworks and technologies.
- Mature and support the enterprise Compliance Program for Infrastructure Services.
- Interface with audit and security personnel to provide required policies, procedures, and device evidence.
- Collaborate with technology owners to implement audit requirements and maintain documentation accuracy.
- Interpret compliance policies and procedures for technical sensibility and accuracy.
- Manage documentation and evidence repositories for use during audit events, including automated scans and manual scripting.
- Develop, update, and maintain compliance policies and procedures aligned with CMS, ARS, HITRUST, SOC2, DISA, and other standards.
- Navigate DOD DISA resources such as the STIGS Document Library and STIG Viewer.
- Participate in discussions with leadership to communicate compliance program status.
- Advise on mitigation and remediation strategies and ensure corrective actions are documented.
- Perform hardware and software evaluations to maintain baseline integrity.
- Provide evidence and support for internal and external audits.
- Complete self-inspection checklists for compliance audits and infrastructure platform baselines.
- Gather and manage documentation to support periodic compliance audits.
- Use SQL databases for queries, expressions, and related tasks.
- Utilize tools like Excel for compliance tracking and reporting.
- Perform other assigned duties as required.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience in the IT compliance field.
- Remote work flexibility.
- Potential for long-term extension or conversion to full-time employment.
- Access to professional growth and development opportunities.
- Four or more years of experience in design, implementation, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting technology solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of information security principles, including risk assessment, threat/vulnerability management, incident response, and identity/access management.
- Experience with major operating systems and large-scale system implementations.
- Proficiency in audit infrastructure tools such as Nessus, ACAS, and Nexpose.
- Knowledge of configuration management and audit assessment processes.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration across teams.
- Experience implementing and supporting security frameworks (NIST 800-53, DISA, CIS, HITRUST, PCI) in a large enterprise environment.
- Familiarity with enterprise audits (SOC2, FISMA, MAC ARS, DOD).
- Experience working with internal and external auditors.
- Related bachelor’s degree in IT or equivalent work experience.
- Experienced IT professional with a passion for compliance and security.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously.
- Effective communicator with experience consulting with operational areas and leadership.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP are preferred.
- Proficient in handling compliance documentation and evidence management.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of interpreting complex compliance requirements.
- Organization recognized as a top recruiting and executive search firm with a strong industry reputation.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
- No fees or costs to candidates throughout the application process.
- If accommodations are needed during recruitment, candidates are encouraged to request them.
ARC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. Applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status are welcomed. Apply now for the Systems Engineer position to join a forward-thinking team and advance your career in IT compliance and security.